Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician

Vetcor • Columbia, MO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Pet Center Ltd. is seeking an Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician to join their team. They value dedication to patient care, a healthy work-life balance, and a supportive work environment. The company is committed to professional growth and offers a positive, supportive atmosphere. This role is ideal for an experienced vet tech or Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) who enjoys learning, works well in a team, and desires a schedule that allows for a life outside of work.

Requirements

• Experience as a veterinary technician (vet tech) in a small animal practice
• Confident venipuncture and IV catheter placement skills
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and surgical patient care
• Proficiency with in-house laboratory procedures and diagnostic sample handling
• Experience taking radiographs
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills, with a low-stress approach
• Knowledge of medication calculations and administration
• Excellent client communication and education skills
• Accurate, detailed medical record-keeping
• The ability to anticipate needs and work efficiently in a busy practice
• A positive, team-first attitude grounded in teamwork and mutual respect
• Eagerness to keep learning and growing
• Availability for rotating Saturday shifts

Nice To Haves

• Veterinary technician licensure
• Dental experience
• A passion for pets and veterinary care that shines through every day

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care to every patient
• Work closely with veterinarians and anticipate their needs to keep appointments and procedures running efficiently
• Obtain patient histories, TPRs, and weights, and share relevant findings with the veterinarian
• Safely handle and restrain patients using low-stress techniques
• Perform venipuncture, place IV catheters, and collect diagnostic samples
• Run in-house laboratory tests, including bloodwork, urinalysis, fecal exams, and cytology prep
• Take and assist with radiographs
• Administer medications, vaccines, fluids, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
• Prepare patients for surgery and support anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Assist with dental cleanings and dental radiographs
• Monitor hospitalized patients and report changes or concerns right away
• Fill prescriptions accurately and explain medication instructions to clients
• Listen to clients and communicate clearly about their pet’s care
• Educate clients about treatments, preventive care, and their pet’s ongoing health needs
• Maintain accurate, thorough medical records
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain surgical instruments and equipment
• Keep treatment areas, exam rooms, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready to go
• Support teammates with a positive, collaborative approach
• Keep learning and growing veterinary technician skills

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) matching
• Tuition support
• Referral bonuses
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options
• Up to three weeks of paid parental leave
• Generous PTO
• Employee pet discounts
• Quarterly team bonuses
• Continuing education allowance
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Uniform allowance
• Six paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program
• Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed